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Google Maps Go is the latest lightweight Android app
We’ve seen quite a few lightweight versions of popular apps this year and now, it’s time for Google Maps to join the party, in…
RCS: introducing the successor to SMS
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Interstellar object seen in solar system for first time
Astronomers around the world have rushed to observe the first confirmed interstellar object in our solar system, taking the form of a cigar-shaped asteroid….
Google to announce merchant support on SA Play Store? [Update: yes]
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10 things we learnt at #GoogleAfrica10
It seems like Google has been around forever, but the company actually marked its tenth anniversary of opening an African office last week. The…
Use genre codes to access oddly specific genres on Netflix
From original TV shows to blockbuster movies, Netflix has a solid variety of content. But what if you’re looking for something more specific? Sure,…
Infographic shows North Korea’s scary nuclear capabilities
North Korea’s ballistic missile programme has stepped up in a big way under leader Kim Jong-un, as tensions between it and the United States…
Got a cheap phone? Google now brings faster search to Africa
Between the AMP project and data-saving features in Chrome, Google is providing a few solid solutions to data and speed constraints. Now, the search…
10 things we learnt at Netflix South Africa event
Netflix has been available in South Africa since January 2016, as part of a wider expansion on the part of the service. So we…
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